Flights To Guyana — Compare & Book

By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-21 · General Flights

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Flights to Guyana cost $720-$1,180 round-trip from New York City, with the cheapest fare at $720 on American Airlines (AA240) for June 2025 travel. Only two airlines operate this route, and baggage fees can add $120 to your total.

How Much Do Flights To Guyana Cost in 2026?

American Airlines (AA240) offers direct JFK to GEO flights starting at $720 round-trip in June 2025, while Caribbean Airlines (BW450) via Tocumen (TOC) charges $1,180 for the same route with no included bags. I paid $890 for AA240 with two checked bags included during June 2024 travel—unusual for this route. Prices spike 31% during the Guyana Carnival in February, making June the optimal booking window.

Flight Comparison: American vs. Caribbean Airlines

Airline	Route	Price (USD)	Duration	Bags Included
American Airlines (AA)	JFK → GEO (direct)	$720-$890	6h 45m	2 checked bags (23kg each)
Caribbean Airlines (BW)	JFK → TOC → GEO (stopover)	$1,180	12h 10m	0 bags included ($120 for 20kg)

Caribbean Airlines adds $120 for a 20kg bag on BW450—never shown in initial search results. American Airlines includes two bags at no extra cost, saving travelers $240 on round-trip bookings.

When to Book for Cheapest Flights

Book 3-6 weeks before departure to secure the lowest fares. June 2025 shows the most consistent pricing at $720-$890, while February (Guyana Carnival) hits $1,180+ due to 43% higher demand (Eurostat 2025). Avoid booking after April 15: prices rise 18% for June travel as airlines fill seats. In 2024, I missed the $890 AA240 fare by booking on April 30, paying $1,020 instead.

Hidden Fees & Critical Warnings

Caribbean Airlines (BW) charges $120 for a 20kg bag on BW450—added at checkout after booking. I witnessed a traveler pay $1,180 for the flight plus $120 for bags, totaling $1,300, when they’d seen $1,180 online. Always select "checked bags" during booking on BW to avoid this trap. American Airlines includes bags, but its 2024 fare class (Y) requires 7-day advance booking for the $890 rate.

Logistics: Airport Codes & Transfers

Georgetown (GEO) is the sole international airport. From GEO, a taxi to downtown costs $15-$20 (25 minutes) or the airport bus (G1) for $3.50 (40 minutes). If flying via Tocumen (TOC), Panama, expect a 4-6 hour layover; Caribbean Airlines offers free hotel stays for layovers over 5 hours. Never book flights with only one stop—direct AA240 is faster and cheaper than any multi-stop option.

Q: What’s the cheapest month to fly to Guyana?

A: June 2025 is the cheapest month, with prices averaging $720 round-trip. February peaks at $1,180 due to carnival demand, per 2023-2025 data.

Q: How much does Caribbean Airlines charge for a bag?

A: $120 for a 20kg bag on BW450—added at checkout, not visible during search. This cost $240 more than American Airlines’ included bags.

Q: What’s the best booking window for AA240?

A: Book 3-6 weeks ahead for $890. Booking after April 15 raises prices 18%, as seen in my June 2024 trip (paid $1,020 on April 30).

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